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Best Braces Dentists in Fountain Valley, CA (2026)

45 clinics offering braces, rankedUpdated 2 orthodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for braces: AiCare Orthodontics, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews.

  2. 7

    Best specialist (orthodontist): Ramona Dentistry & Sleep Apnea Fountain Valley, an orthodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews, evening hours.

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45 Fountain Valley clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an orthodontist and 8 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 braces dentists in Fountain Valley at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Fountain Valley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1AiCare Orthodontics74Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (106)
2Bleach Dental - Thimy D. Le, DMD73——
3Eugene J. Schmidt73——
4Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS73——
5Nagel Chris D DDS73——
6Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD73——
7Ramona Dentistry & Sleep Apnea Fountain Valley68Yes (orthodontist)5.0★ (2)
8Dentistry67——
9Dr. Andrew C. Kim, DDS67——
10Dr. Gregory Le67——

The 45 best braces dentists in Fountain Valley, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  3. #3 Eugene J. Schmidt

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Fountain Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Eugene J. SchmidtFull profile
    In their words

    Nothing makes Dr. Schmidt and his dedicated team happier than helping patients achieve a healthy and beautiful smile. Whether you are visiting our practice for minor cosmetic dentistry enhancements or more significant restorative dentistry work, we combine our compassionate approach with the latest in dental techniques to produce excellent results. At our Fountain Valley, CA dental office, we have the training and expertise to provide optimal oral health for patients of all…

    From Eugene J. Schmidt's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for braces in Fountain Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Aquí en el grupo dental familiar Mile Square Park nos esforzamos por brindar el mejor tratamiento al menor costo. Nuestra oficina es moderna, limpia, fresca, con entretenimiento de alta tecnología. Nuestro objetivo es proteger y mantener sus hermosos dientes a través de una odontología de alta calidad, un diagnóstico preciso y habilidades técnicas con nuestras tecnologías modernas.

    From Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for braces in Fountain Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMDFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Naman Zia Ebrahimi is a family and cosmetic dentist in the city of Fountain Valley, CA committed to providing comfortable and convenient dentistry to you and your family. Not happy with your smile? No problem! Call us to find out how we can help you achieve the beautiful smile you deserve. Don't let a toothache ruin your day! We have same day appointments available for dental emergencies, including root canals and extractions. Set up your next dental checkup with us to…

    From Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Cosmetic Dentistry Center

    10810 Warner Ave #1, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cosmetic Dentistry CenterFull profile(714) 965-1093
    In their words

    Providing general and cosmetic dentistry services. We also provide dental implant services. Services provided include * Cosmetic Bonding * Crowns and Bridges * Porcelain and Veneer * Children Dentistry * Tooth Whitening * Root Canal Therapy * Extraction * Gum Disease Treatment * Dentures and Denture Repair * Dentures

    From Cosmetic Dentistry Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Fountain Valley Dental Esthetics

    17900 Brookhurst St # A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Fountain Valley: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fountain Valley Dental EstheticsFull profile(714) 887-4337

  24. #24 Andreea Moisiuc DDS

    17037 Brookhurst St #4, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Andreea Moisiuc DDSFull profile(714) 962-2300
    In their words

    Dentistry - with a gentle touch. Our two goals are happy patients and bright, confident smiles. Be it a dental implant, teeth crown,denture, veneers, whitening, cleaning, Xray, exam or a second opinion, we will make sure that your smile is brighter and you feel at ease during the treatment. Most insurances, HMO, PPO, Delta and Denti-cal accepted. New patient specials: $49 Exam, Xray and Cleaning $99 Teeth Whitening, Exam, Xray and Cleaning FREE Whitening for life when…

    From Andreea Moisiuc DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Warner Dental - Fountain Valley

    9520 Warner Ave # B, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Warner Dental - Fountain ValleyFull profile(714) 377-0117

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Fountain Valley Dentistry47Sat
27Dr. Tan D. Bui, DDS47Sat
28Dr. Robert F. Childs, DDS, Inc.47Evenings
29Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
30Brite Smile Dental Office. Sakr, Shaaban DDS43Evenings
31Dr. Kim Q. Le, DDS43Evenings
32David Cohen | DDS37
33Essential Smiles Dentistry37
34Hagen & Pham Dental37
35Chew Chew Dental37
36Dr. Joseph O'Connor & Dr. Claudia O'Connor D.D.S.37
37Bijan Family Dental Practice37
38Dr Chris Smiles Dental Care by Dr. Chris T. Nguyen, DDS37
39JP Dental Care: Jonggoo Park, DDS37
40So Cal Prosthodontics | Robert Mokbel, DDS37
41Medical Center Dental Group of Fountain Valley37
42Dentaland33
43Dr. Nguyen Alex DDS33
44Bijan Modjtahedi DDS, MAGD, FACD, FICD33
45Dr. Monglan Ho, DDS33

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What are braces?

Braces straighten teeth and correct bite problems using brackets bonded to the teeth and a wire that applies steady pressure. Options include metal, ceramic (tooth-coloured) and lingual braces placed behind the teeth. Treatment usually lasts 18–36 months.

Braces: specialist or general dentist?

Orthodontists provide most braces treatment and have 2–3 extra years of training in tooth and jaw alignment. Some general dentists offer braces for simpler cases. Complex bites and jaw growth problems are usually best handled by an orthodontist.

2 of Fountain Valley's 45 clinics offering braces have an orthodontist on staff. See orthodontists in Fountain Valley

How much do braces cost in Fountain Valley?

Typical ranges in USD for Fountain Valley, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Fountain Valley?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$4,200–$9,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Ceramic braces$5,600–$11,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Self-ligating braces$4,900–$11,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Lingual braces$11,200–$16,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Fountain Valley

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes
RecoverySoreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments
When to see a specialistMost braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems

How we ranked Fountain Valley braces dentists

We scored 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Fountain Valley data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Braces in Fountain Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Fountain Valley?

AiCare Orthodontics ranks #1 of 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. It has an orthodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 106 Google reviews. Bleach Dental - Thimy D. Le, DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Fountain Valley, CA?

Braces in Fountain Valley typically costs $4,200–$9,800 USD. By type: metal braces $4,200–$9,800; ceramic braces $5,600–$11,200; self-ligating braces $4,900–$11,200. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Fountain Valley do braces?

Yes. 43 of the 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering braces do not list an orthodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 list an orthodontist on staff. Typical reasons to see an orthodontist: most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems.

Are braces covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Dental plans with orthodontic benefits often cover part of braces for children, commonly up to a lifetime maximum. Adult coverage is less common. Medicaid covers braces for children only when medically necessary. Check your plan.

Do braces hurt?

Getting braces fitted is usually not painful. Most patients feel soreness for a few days afterward and after each adjustment, which over-the-counter pain relief often manages. Brackets can rub the cheeks at first, and orthodontic wax helps.

Which Fountain Valley braces dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering braces list Saturday hours, including Cosmetic Dentistry Center, Oceanic Dental and Dental Arts. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer braces in Fountain Valley?

45 Fountain Valley clinics list braces in our data. 2 of them list an orthodontist on staff. They include AiCare Orthodontics and Ramona Dentistry & Sleep Apnea Fountain Valley. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fountain Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 71 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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